Etobicoke York Community Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 28 items in the clerk’s order. Each carries the city’s own words: the staff recommendation, what the body decided, and its status. Nothing below is written by us.
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EY6.1adopted
This application proposes to amend city-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 at 1860, 1860A, 1862, 1864, 1866, 1866A and 1868 Keele Street to permit a 19-storey mixed-use development consisting of 245 dwelling units and 407 square metres of retail space on the ground floor. The total proposed gross floor area (GFA) is 17,667 square metres. The proposed mixed-use building at this location is supportable intensification adjacent to the Keelesdale Light Rail Transit Station and Bus Terminal. This report recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law as it conforms with the Official Plan and is generally consistent with the City's guidelines.
The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 at 1860, 1860A, 1862, 1864, 1866, 1866A and1868 Keele Street substantially-in-accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (June 1, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York district. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council approve the Rental Housing Demolition Application (File No. 20 109561 WET 05 RH) under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 to permit the demolition of four existing rental dwelling units at 1862 and 1864 Keele Street. 4. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division to issue preliminary approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 for the demolition of four rental dwelling units at 1862 and 1864 Keele Street after all the following have occurred: a. The Zoning By-law Amendment has come into full force and effect; b. The issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for Site Plan Control approval pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; c. The issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permits) for the approved development; and d. The owner has confirmed, in writing, that all existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished are vacant. 5. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building Division to issue a Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given the approval referred to in Recommendation 4 above. 6. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building Division to issue a Residential Demolition Permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code for 1862 and 1864 Keele Street after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given the approval referred to in Recommendation 5 above, which may be included in the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 pursuant to section 6.2 of Chapter 363 on condition that: a. The owner removes all debris and rubble from the site immediately after demolition; b. The owner erects solid construction hoarding to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building Division; c. The owner erects the proposed building no later than three years from the date on which the demolition of the existing rental dwelling units commences, subject to the time-frame being extended at the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; and d. Should the owner fail to complete the proposed development within the time-frame specified in Recommendation 6. c) above, the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector's roll, as with municipal property taxes, an amount equal to the sum of $20,000 per dwelling unit for which a demolition permit is issued, and that such amount shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the land for which the Residential Demolition Permit is issued. 7. Before introducing the necessary Bill to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to: a. Submit to the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services for review and acceptance, revisions required to the Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, Hydrological Review Report, Servicing Report Groundwater Summary Form and Hydrological Review Summary Form.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 at 1860, 1860A, 1862, 1864, 1866, 1866A and1868 Keele Street substantially-in-accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council approve the Rental Housing Demolition Application (File No. 20 109561 WET 05 RH) under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 to permit the demolition of four existing rental dwelling units at 1862 and 1864 Keele Street. 4. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division to issue preliminary approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 for the demolition of four rental dwelling units at 1862 and 1864 Keele Street after all the following have occurred: a. The Zoning By-law Amendment has come into full force and effect; b. The issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for Site Plan Control approval pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; c. The issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permits) for the approved development; and d. The owner has confirmed, in writing, that all existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished are vacant. 5. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building Division to issue a Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given the approval referred to in Recommendation 4 above. 6. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building Division to issue a Residential Demolition Permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code for 1862 and 1864 Keele Street after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given the approval referred to in Recommendation 5 above, which may be included in the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 pursuant to section 6.2 of Chapter 363 on condition that: a. The owner removes all debris and rubble from the site immediately after demolition; b. The owner erects solid construction hoarding to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building Division; c. The owner erects the proposed building no later than three years from the date on which the demolition of the existing rental dwelling units commences, subject to the time-frame being extended at the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; and d. Should the owner fail to complete the proposed development within the time-frame specified in Recommendation 6. c) above, the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector's roll, as with municipal property taxes, an amount equal to the sum of $20,000 per dwelling unit for which a demolition permit is issued, and that such amount shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the land for which the Residential Demolition Permit is issued. 7. Before introducing the necessary Bill to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to: a. Submit to the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services for review and acceptance, revisions required to the Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, Hydrological Review Report, Servicing Report Groundwater Summary Form and Hydrological Review Summary Form.
EY6.2adopted
2801 Jane Street - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
This application proposes to amend city-wide Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the property at 2801 Jane Street. The proposed zoning would permit an 11-storey apartment building (35.4 metres, plus 5.5-metre high mechanical penthouse and amenity floor) with a Gross Floor Area (GFA) of 19,230 square metres, containing 224 dwelling units, and a one-level underground garage with 119 vehicular parking spaces. The existing 17-storey apartment building will be retained on the site. The proposal is a compatible and sensitive infill development in the Apartment Neighbourhoods designation with appropriate height, articulation, frontage, and setbacks in relation to the existing apartment building and surrounding urban environment. Furthermore, this proposal will include improvements to the existing rental apartment building, as well as provide landscape improvements that will contribute high quality amenities for residents.
The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 2801 Jane Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (June 1, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District. 2. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council recommend that the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning secure through the Site Plan Control process for the proposed development, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, the owner's obligation to: a. Continue to provide and maintain the existing 164 units at 2801 Jane Street as rental housing for a period of at least 20 years commencing from the date the Zoning By-law Amendment comes into force and effect, with no application for demolition or conversion from residential rental use during the 20-year period, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and, b. The owner shall undertake improvements at its sole expense and at no cost to tenants, to the existing rental building at 2801 Jane Street, as follows: 1. Access to new outdoor amenities and ground floor indoor amenities in the proposed new building for tenants of the existing rental apartment building; and 2. Parking garage and concrete restoration. 4. Prior to Notice of Approval Conditions for Site Plan Control approval for the development, City Council require the owner to develop a Construction Mitigation and Tenant Communication Plan, including an interim parking plan, to mitigate the impacts of construction of the development on tenants of the existing rental building, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 5. Before introducing the necessary Bill to City Council for enactment, the applicant is required to submit: a. An amended Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Constructions Services; and b. A Transportation Impact Study with appropriate parking, loading and maneuvering diagrams, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 2801 Jane Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council recommend that the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning secure through the Site Plan Control process for the proposed development, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, the owner's obligation to: a. Continue to provide and maintain the existing 164 units at 2801 Jane Street as rental housing for a period of at least 20 years commencing from the date the Zoning By-law Amendment comes into force and effect, with no application for demolition or conversion from residential rental use during the 20-year period, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and, b. The owner shall undertake improvements at its sole expense and at no cost to tenants, to the existing rental building at 2801 Jane Street, as follows: 1. Access to new outdoor amenities and ground floor indoor amenities in the proposed new building for tenants of the existing rental apartment building; and 2. Parking garage and concrete restoration. 4. Prior to Notice of Approval Conditions for Site Plan Control approval for the development, City Council require the owner to develop a Construction Mitigation and Tenant Communication Plan, including an interim parking plan, to mitigate the impacts of construction of the development on tenants of the existing rental building, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 5. Before introducing the necessary Bill to City Council for enactment, the applicant is required to submit: a. An amended Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Constructions Services; and b. A Transportation Impact Study with appropriate parking, loading and maneuvering diagrams, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services.
EY6.3adopted
408 Horner Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
This application is for a two-storey addition containing six units off the rear of an existing two-storey triplex at 408 Horner Avenue. The proposal would demolish one existing rental dwelling unit, and contain a total of nine dwelling units (seven new and two retained rental units), five parking spaces located at-grade, and a new rear yard outdoor amenity area. The proposal represents a supportable level of low-rise intensification at this location along Horner Avenue within a Neighbourhoods designated area, while providing a built-form that addresses the surrounding context.
The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 at 408 Horner Avenue in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (May 31, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District. 2. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary Bill to City Council for enactment, require the owner to: a. submit an application requesting permission to injure or destroy protected trees to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation; b. provide an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan for tenants of the existing one rental dwelling unit proposed to be demolished, addressing financial compensation and other assistance to lessen hardship. The Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and c. provide a legal undertaking to the City, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to secure the implementation of the Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan required in Recommendation 3.b. above.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 at 408 Horner Avenue in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary Bill to City Council for enactment, require the owner to: a. submit an application requesting permission to injure or destroy protected trees to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation; b. provide an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan for tenants of the existing one rental dwelling unit proposed to be demolished, addressing financial compensation and other assistance to lessen hardship. The Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and c. provide a legal undertaking to the City, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, to secure the implementation of the Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan required in Recommendation 3. b) above.
EY6.4amended
This application proposes to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit a multi-phased development with four development blocks at 5230 Dundas Street West, 3825 Bloor Street West and 0 Beamish Drive. The proposal contains five buildings including two eight-storey mid-rises along Bloor Street West and five tower with heights of 25, 36, 41, 43 and 45 storeys. The overall development proposes 2387 residential units and 4859 square metres of non-residential gross floor area. A Draft Plan of Subdivision application has also been submitted to create the development blocks, a J-shaped public road and 1900 square metres of public parkland. This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. The proposal conforms with the intent of the Official Plan and Etobicoke Centre Secondary Plan and is generally consistent with the City's guidelines. The proposed mixed-use development represents appropriate intensification and transition in scale from the Kipling Transit Hub (also known as the "Kipling Mobility Hub") and focal point of the Six Points Area down towards the pedestrian-scale character and lower-scale areas to the north. This report also advises that the Chief Planner also intends to approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision application to create the four development blocks, proposed public road, and park block.
The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan for 5230 Dundas Street West, 3825 Bloor Street West and 0 Beamish Drive substantially-in-accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 7 to the report (June 1, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for 5230 Dundas Street West, 3825 Bloor Street West and 0 Beamish Drive substantially-in-accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 8 to the report (June 1, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District. 3. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to include a holding provision in the Zoning By-law Amendment as may be necessary to prevent development of the lands until such time as conditions relating to servicing improvements are satisfied, including: a. the submission of a Stormwater Management and Functional Servicing to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director Engineering and Construction Services; b. a financially secured agreement has been entered into with the City, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, for the construction of improvements that may be required to the City's sanitary and storm sewers; and c. the owner obtain all necessary approvals to proceed with the infrastructure required to be constructed, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services. 5. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to: a. complete a peer review process of the submitted Noise Study, by a third-party consultant, retained by the City of Toronto and at the owner's expense to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and, if necessary, the proposed draft Zoning By-law Amendment shall be revised to address any mitigation measures arising from the accepted study; b. submit a Pedestrian Wind Study to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and if necessary, the proposed draft Zoning By-law Amendment shall be revised to address any mitigation measures arising from the accepted study; and c. submit a revised Transportation Impact Study to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services. 6. In accordance with the delegated approval under By-law 229-2000, as amended, City Council be advised that the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning intends to approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision as generally illustrated in Attachment 10 to the report (June 1, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District, subject to the following: a. approval conditions from various City divisions, except as otherwise noted, must be fulfilled prior to final approval and the release of the Plan of Subdivision for registration; and b. any such revisions to the proposed subdivision plan or any such additional modified conditions as the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning may deem to be appropriate to address matters arising from the on-going technical review of this development must also be fulfilled prior to the final approval and release of the Plan of Subdivision for registration. 7. City Council direct that, in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act, as a component of the registration of the Plan of Subdivision, the owner shall convey to the City an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 1900 square metres, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor, prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for Block 1 of the Plan of Subdivision. 8. City Council approve the acceptance of the on-site parkland dedication, subject to the owner transferring the parkland to the City free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, in an acceptable environmental condition. 9. City Council approve a development charge credit against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the owner of the Above Base Park Improvements to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation; the development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost to the owner of designing and constructing the Above Base Park Improvements, as approved by the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation than the component of development charges payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time. 10. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the local Ward Councillor and the City Solicitor, to continue to work with the applicant to explore an in-kind community benefit package pursuant to 37(6) of the Planning Act that includes: a. the provision and conveyance of Affordable Ownership Units at a nominal charge to Habitat for Humanity or a similar non-profit housing provider for affordable ownership housing to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; b. the provision of at least two Bike Share stations, in accordance with equipment specifications and locations acceptable to the President, Toronto Parking Authority; and c. the provision of public art on site through participation in the Percent for Public Art program; and to report back for further instructions on any offer of in-kind community benefits made by the owner. 11. City Council amend City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking in order to prevent the residents of, visitors to, or tradespersons at 5230 Dundas Street West, 3825 Bloor Street West and 0 Beamish Drive from obtaining a parking permit. 12. City Council request that the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning include the following as a Site Plan approval condition: a. the Owner shall insert the following advisory into all agreements of purchase and sale or agreements to lease and condominium declaration document(s) for each affected residential unit within the development: Purchasers acknowledge and agree that purchasers or residents of the development will not be eligible for on street-parking permits under the City of Toronto Municipal Code. Purchasers agree that, despite the status or availability of on-street parking permits for residents in the development area as of the date of this document, the availability of on-street parking permits in the development area for the purchasers or residents of the development may, at the discretion of City of Toronto Council, be modified, amended or removed at any time in accordance with the City of Toronto Act, 2006, as amended from time to time and its successors, and the City of Toronto Municipal Code.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan for 5230 Dundas Street West, 3825 Bloor Street West and 0 Beamish Drive substantially-in-accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 7 to this report. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for 5230 Dundas Street West, 3825 Bloor Street West and 0 Beamish Drive substantially-in-accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 8 to this report. 3. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to include a holding provision in the Zoning By-law Amendment as may be necessary to prevent development of the lands until such time as conditions relating to servicing improvements are satisfied, including: a. the submission of a Stormwater Management and Functional Servicing to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director Engineering and Construction Services; b. a financially secured agreement has been entered into with the City, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, for the construction of improvements that may be required to the City's sanitary and storm sewers; and c. the owner obtain all necessary approvals to proceed with the infrastructure required to be constructed, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services. 5. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to: a. complete a peer review process of the submitted Noise Study, by a third-party consultant, retained by the City of Toronto and at the owner's expense to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and, if necessary, the proposed draft Zoning By-law Amendment shall be revised to address any mitigation measures arising from the accepted study; b. submit a Pedestrian Wind Study to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and if necessary, the proposed draft Zoning By-law Amendment shall be revised to address any mitigation measures arising from the accepted study; and c. submit a revised Transportation Impact Study to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services. 6. In accordance with the delegated approval under By-law 229-2000, as amended, City Council be advised that the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning intends to approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision as generally illustrated in Attachment 10, subject to the following: a. approval conditions from various City divisions, except as otherwise noted, must be fulfilled prior to final approval and the release of the Plan of Subdivision for registration; and b. any such revisions to the proposed subdivision plan or any such additional modified conditions as the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning may deem to be appropriate to address matters arising from the on-going technical review of this development must also be fulfilled prior to the final approval and release of the Plan of Subdivision for registration. 7. City Council direct that, in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act, as a component of the registration of the Plan of Subdivision, the owner shall convey to the City an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 1900 square metres, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and the City Solicitor, prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for Block 1 of the Plan of Subdivision. 8. City Council approve the acceptance of the on-site parkland dedication, subject to the owner transferring the parkland to the City free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, in an acceptable environmental condition. 9. City Council approve a development charge credit against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the owner of the Above Base Park Improvements to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation; the development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost to the owner of designing and constructing the Above Base Park Improvements, as approved by the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation than the component of development charges payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time. 10. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the local Ward Councillor and the City Solicitor, to continue to work with the applicant to explore an in-kind community benefit package pursuant to 37(6) of the Planning Act that includes: a. the provision and conveyance of Affordable Ownership Units at a nominal charge to Habitat for Humanity or a similar non-profit housing provider for affordable ownership housing to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; b. the provision of at least two Bike Share stations, in accordance with equipment specifications and locations acceptable to the President, Toronto Parking Authority; and c. the provision of public art on site through participation in the Percent for Public Art program; and to report back for further instructions on any offer of in-kind community benefits made by the owner
EY6.5amended
19 Disan Court - Application to Remove a Private Tree
This report requests that Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 19 Disan Court. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is due to the proximity of the tree's branches to the house, as well as concern over potential property damage as a result of extreme weather. The Colorado blue spruce tree, Picea pungens, in question measures 44 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of this tree as it is healthy and maintainable. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant wishes to appeal the City's decision to deny a tree permit.
The Etobicoke York Community Council 1. Approved the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 19 Disan Court, and require the applicant to provide five replacement trees which can be achieved in a combination of on-site planting and cash-in-lieu of planting to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director of Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 19 Disan Court.
EY6.6amended
5 Verona Avenue - Application to Remove Two City Trees
This report requests that Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove two City-owned trees located at 5 Verona Avenue. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the trees is due to a conflict with the construction of a new home and driveway. The two Manitoba maple trees, Acer negundo, in question measure 60 cm and 93 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of these trees as they are maintainable. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant wishes to appeal the City's decision to deny a tree permit.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Approved the request for a permit to remove two City-owned trees located at 5 Verona Avenue, conditional upon the applicant: • providing payment of the appraised value of the trees ($4,876.00 for the 60 cm diameter Manitoba maple tree and $7,932.00 for the 93 cm diameter Manitoba maple tree) to be removed; • agreeing to have the trees removed at their expense; • providing five replacement trees for each tree removed, for a total of ten trees, which can be achieved in a combination of on-site planting and cash in-lieu of planting to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and; • providing a tree planting security deposit to cover the cost of planting and warranty for a period of two years for all trees to be planted on City property.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director of Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove two City-owned trees located at 5 Verona Avenue.
EY6.7amended
92 North Drive - Application to Remove Three City Trees
This report requests that Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove three City-owned trees located at 92 North Drive. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the trees is for a proposed driveway including a second entrance. The two white spruce trees, Picea glauca, measure 31 cm and 35 cm in diameter. The Norway spruce tree, Picea abies, measures 46 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of these trees as they are healthy and maintainable. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make final decisions as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant wishes to appeal the City's decision to deny a tree permit.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Approved the request for a permit to remove two, and injure one City-owned trees located at 92 North Drive, conditional upon the applicant: • providing payment of the appraised value of the two trees; • agreeing to have the tree removed at their expense; • providing five replacement trees for each tree removed, for a total of ten trees, which can be achieved in a combination of on-site planting and cash in-lieu of planting to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation, and; • providing a tree planting security deposit to cover the cost of planting and warranty for a period of two years for all trees to be planted on City property. 2. Requested the applicant to secure the necessary Right-of-Way approvals prior to commencing the removal of the trees. 3. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services, to negotiate and enter into an Encroachment Agreement with the property owner at 92 North Drive to maintain encroachments in the municipal boulevard abutting North Drive.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director of Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove three City-owned trees located at 92 North Drive.
EY6.8amended
148 The Kingsway - Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447
This staff report concerns a matter for which the Etobicoke York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose of this report is to advise Community Council concerning an application by the property owner of 148 The Kingsway for a site-specific Fence Exemption, pursuant to Section 447-1.2(C)(1) of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447- Fences. The property owner is seeking Community Council's permission to allow a fence within 2.4m of a driveway that will not comply with the standards stipulated by Section 447-1.2(C)(1). The fence is within 2.4m of a driveway and is made of wood panels obstructing the view of the boulevard and highway. As a result, the fence does not comply with Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-1.2(C)(1) Open-fence construction required.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Granted the application for a fence exemption permit (with or without conditions) to the property owners of 148 The Kingsway, thereby allowing the enclosure to be built as specified. Direct and require that the installation be maintained in good repair without alteration. At such time as replacement of the fence is required that such installation will comply with Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences, or its successor by-law.
Staff recommendation as filed
The District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, West District recommends that Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Refuse to grant the application for an exemption permit, by the property owner of 148 The Kingsway, for a fence that fails to comply with the provisions of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447, Fences and issue a second and final notice of violation to bring the fence into compliance. OR 2. Grant the application for a fence exemption permit (with or without conditions) to the property owners of 148 The Kingway, thereby allowing the enclosure to be built as specified. Direct and require that the installation be maintained in good repair without alteration. At such time as replacement of the fence is required that such installation will comply with Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences, or its successor by-law.
EY6.9deferred
55 Allanhurst Drive - Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447
This staff report concerns a matter for which the Etobicoke York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose of this report is to advise Community Council concerning an application by the property owner of 55 Allanhurst Dr for a site-specific Fence Exemption, pursuant to Section 447-1.5(B) of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447- Fences. The property owner is seeking Community Council's permission to allow a fence in the front and side yard that will not comply with the standards stipulated by Section 447-1.2(B)(1). The applicant is also seeking permission to keep an existing fence that does not comply with the standards stipulated by Section 447-1.2(B)(1) regarding fence height.
The Etobicoke York Community Council deferred consideration of the item until the September 18, 2023 meeting of the Etobicoke York Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
he District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, West District recommends that Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Refuse to grant the application for an exemption permit, by the property owner of 55 Allanhurst Dr, for a proposed fence that fails to comply with the provisions of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447, Fences and issue a second and final notice of violation to direct the property owner to bring the fence into compliance. OR 2. Grant the application for a fence exemption permit (with or without conditions) to the property owners of 55 Allanhurst Dr, thereby allowing the proposed fence to be installed. Direct and require that the installation be maintained in good repair without alteration. At such time as replacement of the fence is required that such installation will comply with Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences, or its successor by-law.
EY6.10adopted
Appointment of Public Members to the George Bell Arena Board
This report recommends the appointment of two public members to the George Bell Arena Board.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Appointed the following two candidates to the George Bell Arena Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on June 19, 2027, and until successors are appointed: · Omolola Abiola · Dale Fallon
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Clerk recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council appoint the following two candidates to the George Bell Arena Board, at pleasure of Council, for a term of office ending on June 19, 2027, and until successors are appointed: · Omolola Abiola · Dale Fallon
EY6.11adopted
Woodstream Drive - Parking Amendments and Heavy Truck Prohibition
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is recommending parking prohibitions on the east and west side of Woodstream Drive, between Rexdale Boulevard and Humberwood Boulevard. These proposed regulations will improve vehicle movements by maintaining a clear passage and improve visibility and safety for all road users and park users. Furthermore, Transportation Services is requesting approval to implement a heavy truck prohibition, to be in effect at all times, on Woodstream Drive between Rexdale Boulevard and Humberwood Boulevard.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Prohibited parking at all times on the east side of Woodstream Drive, between Rexdale Boulevard and Humberwood Boulevard. 2. Prohibited parking at all times on the west side of Woodstream Drive, between Rexdale Boulevard and a point 60 metres north. 3. Prohibited parking at all times on the west side of Woodstream Drive, between a point 85 metres north of Rexdale Boulevard and point 31 metres further north. 4. Prohibited parking at all times on the west side of Woodstream Drive, between Humberwood Boulevard and a point 70 metres south. 5. Prohibited heavy trucks at all times on Woodstream Drive, between Rexdale Boulevard and Humberwood Boulevard.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the east side of Woodstream Drive, between Rexdale Boulevard and Humberwood Boulevard. 2. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Woodstream Drive, between Rexdale Boulevard and a point 60 metres north. 3. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Woodstream Drive, between a point 85 metres north of Rexdale Boulevard and point 31 metres further north. 4. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Woodstream Drive, between Humberwood Boulevard and a point 70 metres south. 5. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit heavy trucks at all times on Woodstream Drive, between Rexdale Boulevard and Humberwood Boulevard.
EY6.12adopted
555 Rexdale Boulevard (Delegated) - Traffic Control Signals
Transportation Services is requesting approval to install compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Sunny's Halo Trail at Rexdale Boulevard and to install traffic control signals at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Glorious Song Way plus five (5) future public road intersections within the property at 555 Rexdale Boulevard (Woodbine Lands). Transportation Services is also requesting authorization to prohibit eastbound and southbound left turns and northbound through movements at the existing right-in/right-out private driveway at 500 Rexdale Boulevard, opposite Glorious Song Way at Rexdale Boulevard. The traffic control signals will provide enhanced safety for all road users and is justified based on the assessment undertaken. Prohibition of eastbound and southbound left turns and northbound through traffic movements will prevent unsafe left turns and through movements at Rexdale Boulevard and Glorious Song Way. The proposed stop sign for northbound traffic on Sunny's Halo Trail at Rexdale Boulevard is required, as this is for a future minor public road terminating at a major public road with free-flow conditions at the intersection. The future named public roads within the Woodbine Lands, including the extension of Queen's Plate Drive, south of Rexdale Boulevard, are currently dedicated as public highways, but not yet assumed. The recommendations for the installation of traffic control signals in this report should not be construed as the City's assumption of these future public roads. A companion report, "Traffic Control Signals - 555 Rexdale Boulevard (Non-Delegated)" outlines the required non-delegated proposed traffic control signals and turning restriction amendments for locations with Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Service.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Glorious Song Way. 2. Authorized the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Queen's Plate Drive and Dance Smartly Boulevard. 3. Authorized the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Glorious Song Way and Dance Smartly Boulevard. 4. Authorized the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Sunny's Halo Trail and Dance Smartly Boulevard. 5. Authorized the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Dance Smartly Boulevard and the private driveway located approximately 143 metres north of New Providence Trail. 6. Authorized the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of New Providence Trail and Dance Smartly Boulevard. 7. Prohibited eastbound left turns at all times at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Glorious Song Way. 8. Prohibited southbound left turns at all times at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and the private driveway at 500 Rexdale Boulevard, located on the north side of Rexdale Boulevard, opposite Glorious Song Way. 9. Prohibited northbound through movements at all times at the intersection of Glorious Song Way and Rexdale Boulevard. 10. Authorized a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Sunny's Halo Trail at Rexdale Boulevard.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and the Director, Transportation Planning and Capital Program, Transportation Services recommend that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Glorious Song Way. 2. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Queen's Plate Drive and Dance Smartly Boulevard. 3. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Glorious Song Way and Dance Smartly Boulevard. 4. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Sunny's Halo Trail and Dance Smartly Boulevard. 5. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Dance Smartly Boulevard and the private driveway located approximately 143 metres north of New Providence Trail. 6. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of New Providence Trail and Dance Smartly Boulevard. 7. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit eastbound left turns at all times at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Glorious Song Way. 8. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit southbound left turns at all times at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and the private driveway at 500 Rexdale Boulevard, located on the north side of Rexdale Boulevard, opposite Glorious Song Way. 9. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit northbound through movements at all times at the intersection of Glorious Song Way and Rexdale Boulevard. 10. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Sunny's Halo Trail at Rexdale Boulevard.
EY6.13adopted
555 Rexdale Boulevard (Non-Delegated) - Traffic Control Signals
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates bus service on Rexdale Boulevard, Highway 27 and Queen's Plate Drive, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting approval to install traffic control signals at the intersection of Highway 27 and New Providence Trail/Neararctic Drive. Transportation Services is also requesting approval to rescind the existing turn and through traffic prohibitions at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection). The traffic control signals will provide enhanced safety for all road users and is justified based on the assessment undertaken. Removal of the turn and through traffic prohibitions will facilitate full vehicular movements for the extension of Queen's Plate Drive, south of Rexdale Boulevard. The future named public roads within the Woodbine Lands, including the extension of Queen's Plate Drive, south of Rexdale Boulevard, are currently dedicated as public highways, but not yet assumed. The recommendations for the installation of traffic control signals in this report should not be construed as the City's assumption of these future public roads. A companion report, "Traffic Control Signals - 555 Rexdale Boulevard (Delegated)" outlines the required delegated proposed traffic control signals and turning restriction amendments for locations without TTC Service.
The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Highway 27 and New Providence Trail/Nearctic Drive. 2. City Council rescind the existing eastbound right turn prohibition in effect at all times, buses excepted, at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection). 3. City Council rescind the existing westbound left turn prohibition in effect at all times, at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection). 4. City Council rescind the existing southbound through movements prohibition in effect at all times from Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection) to Private driveway opposite Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection) at Rexdale Boulevard. 5. City Council amend the existing traffic control signals at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Queen's Plate Drive/Private Access (west intersection) to be in effect at Rexdale Boulevard and Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection).
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and the Director, Transportation Planning and Capital Program, Transportation Services recommend that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Highway 27 and New Providence Trail/Nearctic Drive. 2. City Council rescind the existing eastbound right turn prohibition in effect at all times, buses excepted, at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection). 3. City Council rescind the existing westbound left turn prohibition in effect at all times, at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection). 4. City Council rescind the existing southbound through movements prohibition in effect at all times from Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection) to Private driveway opposite Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection) at Rexdale Boulevard. 5. City Council amend the existing traffic control signals at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Queen's Plate Drive/Private Access (west intersection) to be in effect at Rexdale Boulevard and Queen's Plate Drive (west intersection).
EY6.14adopted
Easthampton Drive and Greyswood Court - Stop Control
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval to install stop control for westbound traffic at the intersection of Easthampton Drive and Greyswood Court. Based on the assessment undertaken, the installation of stop control for westbound traffic is recommended and should enhance safety for all road users.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Approved the installation of a compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Greyswood Court at Easthampton Drive.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council approve the installation of a compulsory stop control for westbound traffic on Greyswood Court at Easthampton Drive.
EY6.15adopted
Edgemore Drive and Humbervale Boulevard - All-Way Stop Control
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval to install all-way stop control at the intersection of Edgemore Drive and Humbervale Boulevard. Based on the assessment undertaken, the installation of all-way stop control is recommended and should enhance safety for all road users.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Authorized all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Edgemore Drive and Humbervale Boulevard.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Edgemore Drive and Humbervale Boulevard.
EY6.16adopted
Government Road and Mill Cove/Thorndale Crescent - Stop Control
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval to install stop control for eastbound traffic at the intersection of Government Road and Mill Cove/Thorndale Crescent. Based on the assessment undertaken, the installation of stop control for eastbound traffic is recommended and should enhance safety for all road users.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Approved the installation of a compulsory stop control for eastbound traffic on Government Road at Mill Cove/Thorndale Crescent.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council approve the installation of a compulsory stop control for eastbound traffic on Government Road at Mill Cove/Thorndale Crescent.
EY6.17adopted
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval to install stop controls for northbound and southbound traffic on Orpington Crescent at the east intersection of Masseygrove Crescent, to remove the existing westbound stop control at this intersection, and to install stop control for northbound traffic at the intersection of Orpington Crescent at Orpington Crescent, east intersection. Based on the assessment undertaken, the installation of these stop controls is recommended and will more clearly define right-of-way, enhancing traffic management and safety for all road users.
The Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Approved the installation of a compulsory stop controls for northbound and southbound traffic on Orpington Crescent at the east intersection of Orpington Crescent/ Masseygrove Crescent. 2. Approved the installation of a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Orpington Crescent at Orpington Crescent (east intersection).
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council approve the installation of a compulsory stop controls for northbound and southbound traffic on Orpington Crescent at the east intersection of Orpington Crescent/ Masseygrove Crescent. 2. Etobicoke York Community Council approve the installation of a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Orpington Crescent at Orpington Crescent (east intersection).
EY6.18adopted
Kane Avenue at Dunraven Drive and Aileen Avenue - Temporary Stop Signs
Construction for Contract Number 21ECS-LU-01TT for the Fairbank Silverthorn Basement Flooding Protection Project is underway. Silverthorn Avenue and Scott Road are closed at Dunraven Drive for a long-term duration up to July 2024 due to the construction of deep shafts. The shafts are required to connect the future storm sewers to the storm tunnel that is currently under construction. To improve traffic flow due to the full closure of Silverthorn Avenue and Scott Road at Dunraven Drive, Kane Avenue, which is one-way, requires temporary conversion to two-way between Dunraven Drive and Kersdale Avenue. Due to this temporary change, two additional Stop Control Signs are required on the northbound Kane Avenue at Dunraven Drive and Aileen Avenue. This temporary change is requested during construction, which is estimated to be complete by July 30, 2024. The temporary change will improve traffic flow and prevent gridlock. Scott Road between the construction closure and Aileen Avenue will be temporarily converted from one-way northbound to two-way for local traffic only to allow the affected residents a route out of the closure. Transportation Services is recommending the temporary installation of two northbound Stop Controls due to temporary two-way conversion of Kane Avenue.
The Etobicoke and York Community Council: 1. Amended the existing one-way highway designation of Kane Avenue for southbound traffic only between Eglinton Avenue West and Old Weston Road, to be in effect between Eglinton Avenue West and Dunraven Drive and between Aileen Avenue and Old Weston Road. 2. Approved the installation of a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Kane Avenue at Dunraven Drive 3. Approved the installation of a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Kane Avenue at Aileen Avenue. 4. Directed that Kane Avenue be returned to pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the Fairbank Silverthorn Basement Flooding Protection Project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and Director, Design and Construction, Major Infrastructure, Engineering and Construction Services recommends that: 1. Etobicoke and York Community Council amend the existing one-way highway designation of Kane Avenue for southbound traffic only between Eglinton Avenue West and Old Weston Road, to be in effect between Eglinton Avenue West and Dunraven Drive and between Aileen Avenue and Old Weston Road. 2. Etobicoke and York Community Council approve the installation of a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Kane Avenue at Dunraven Drive 3. Etobicoke and York Community Council approve the installation of a compulsory stop control for northbound traffic on Kane Avenue at Aileen Avenue. 4. Etobicoke and York Community Council direct that Kane Avenue be returned to pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the Fairbank Silverthorn Basement Flooding Protection Project is complete.
EY6.19adopted
1001-1037 The Queensway - Construction Staging Area
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates transit service on Islington Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required. RioCan is constructing two mixed-use condominium buildings with ground floor retail space at 1001-1037 The Queensway. The west building comprises of an 8 and 10 storey building with a shared podium, while the east building is a 10 and 17 storey building with a shared podium. The site is located on the south side of The Queensway, between Islington Avenue and Dorchester Avenue. Transportation Services is requesting approval to temporarily close the east sidewalk and a portion of the northbound curb lane on Dorchester Avenue, for a period of 23 months from July 20, 2023 to May 31, 2025, to facilitate construction staging operations. In addition, approval is requested to prohibit stopping along a portion of Dorchester Avenue and Islington Avenue abutting the development site, to accommodate construction vehicles accessing the construction site via entrances on both roadways.
The Etobicoke and York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east side sidewalk and a 1.3 metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane on Dorchester Avenue, between The Queensway and a point 88.3 metres further south, from July 20, 2023 to May 31, 2025. 2. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Dorchester Avenue, between The Queensway and a point 88.3 metres further south. 3. City Council rescind the existing no parking prohibition in effect all times on the west side of Islington Avenue, between a point 63.4 metres south of The Queensway and a point 12.2 metres further south. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Islington Avenue, between a point 63.4 metres south of The Queensway and a point 12.2 metres further south. 5. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 7. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the pedestrian route on private property is fully illuminated and equipped with comprehensive CCTV monitoring 24 hours per day daily. 9. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 16. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 17. City Council direct that Dorchester Avenue and Islington Avenue be returned to their pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east side sidewalk and a 1.3 metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane on Dorchester Avenue, between The Queensway and a point 88.3 metres further south, from July 20, 2023 to May 31, 2025. 2. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Dorchester Avenue, between The Queensway and a point 88.3 metres further south. 3. City Council rescind the existing no parking prohibition in effect all times on the west side of Islington Avenue, between a point 63.4 metres south of The Queensway and a point 12.2 metres further south. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Islington Avenue, between a point 63.4 metres south of The Queensway and a point 12.2 metres further south. 5. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 7. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the pedestrian route on private property is fully illuminated and equipped with comprehensive CCTV monitoring 24 hours per day daily. 9. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 16. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 17. City Council direct that Dorchester Avenue and Islington Avenue be returned to their pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
EY6.20adopted
240 Markland Drive - Construction Staging Area
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Bloor Street West, City Council approval of this report is required. Carttera Management Inc. is constructing a nine-storey rental apartment building at 240 Markland Drive. The site is located at the south east corner of Bloor Street West and Markland Drive (west intersection). Transportation Services is requesting approval to temporarily close the south sidewalk on Bloor Street West, between a point 38.0 metres east of Markland Drive (west intersection) and a point 79.0 metres further east for a period of 24 months, from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2025 to facilitate construction staging operations. Pedestrian movements on the south side of Bloor Street West abutting the site will be restricted and pedestrians will be directed to use the north side sidewalk of Bloor Street West.
The Etobicoke and York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the south sidewalk on Bloor Street West, between a point 38.0 metres east of Markland Drive (west intersection) and a point 79.0 metres further east, from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2025. 2. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Bloor Street West, between Markland Drive (west intersection) and a point 117.0 metres further east. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Markland Drive (west intersection), between Bloor Street West and a point 27.4 metres south of Bloor Street West. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Markland Drive (west intersection), between Bloor Street West and a point 24.4 metres south of Bloor Street West. 5. City Council rescind the existing Heavy Vehicles prohibition on Markland Drive (west intersection), between Bloor Street West and a point 30.5 metres south. 6. City Council authorize the installation of a temporary traffic control signal on Bloor Street West, approximately 253.7 metres east of Markland Drive (west intersection), to be in-operation from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2025, which the issuance of the construction staging permit must be conditional on the traffic control signal being operational. 7. City Council authorize the following conditions of the construction staging permit, which relate to the temporary traffic control signal: · A deposit will be required to be submitted to "The Treasurer, City of Toronto", in advance of the permit being issued. The deposit is required to cover costs incurred by the City, in the event the developer does not provide a service that it must, as stipulated in the permit agreement conditions below. Upon completion of the construction project and return to normal operation, the unused portion of the deposit will be returned to the developer. · The developer will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and removal of the traffic control signal by one of the electrical contractors pre-approved by the City's Traffic Systems Construction & Maintenance Unit. Maintenance levels specified by the City's Traffic Systems Construction & Maintenance Unit must be followed, to be in accordance with those followed by the City's Electrical Maintenance Contractor for the maintenance of the City's other traffic control signals. · The developer must provide to Transportation Services a 7 day/24 hr contact name, phone number and email address, for the City's dispatchers to forward operational malfunction/complaints to. If the City's dispatcher is not able to reach the contact by phone to provide details of a malfunction/complaint, then the City's Electrical Maintenance Contractor will be dispatched to investigate and complete repairs and the City's dispatcher will send an email to document the malfunction call and their inability to reach the contact. The response and repair costs will be deducted from the deposit provided to the City. 8. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 9. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 10. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 11. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 14. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the walkway (where applicable) to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 15. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 16. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 17. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 18. City Council direct that Bloor Street West and Markland Drive be returned to their pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the south sidewalk on Bloor Street West, between a point 38.0 metres east of Markland Drive (west intersection) and a point 79.0 metres further east, from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2025. 2. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Bloor Street West, between Markland Drive (west intersection) and a point 117.0 metres further east. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Markland Drive (west intersection), between Bloor Street West and a point 27.4 metres south of Bloor Street West. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Markland Drive (west intersection), between Bloor Street West and a point 24.4 metres south of Bloor Street West. 5. City Council rescind the existing Heavy Vehicles prohibition on Markland Drive (west intersection), between Bloor Street West and a point 30.5 metres south. 6. City Council authorize the installation of a temporary traffic control signal on Bloor Street West, approximately 253.7 metres east of Markland Drive (west intersection), to be in-operation from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2025, which the issuance of the construction staging permit must be conditional on the traffic control signal being operational. 7. City Council authorize the following conditions of the construction staging permit, which relate to the temporary traffic control signal: · A deposit will be required to be submitted to "The Treasurer, City of Toronto", in advance of the permit being issued. The deposit is required to cover costs incurred by the City, in the event the developer does not provide a service that it must, as stipulated in the permit agreement conditions below. Upon completion of the construction project and return to normal operation, the unused portion of the deposit will be returned to the developer. · The developer will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and removal of the traffic control signal by one of the electrical contractors pre-approved by the City's Traffic Systems Construction & Maintenance Unit. Maintenance levels specified by the City's Traffic Systems Construction & Maintenance Unit must be followed, to be in accordance with those followed by the City's Electrical Maintenance Contractor for the maintenance of the City's other traffic control signals. · The developer must provide to Transportation Services a 7 day/24 hr contact name, phone number and email address, for the City's dispatchers to forward operational malfunction/complaints to. If the City's dispatcher is not able to reach the contact by phone to provide details of a malfunction/complaint, then the City's Electrical Maintenance Contractor will be dispatched to investigate and complete repairs and the City's dispatcher will send an email to document the malfunction call and their inability to reach the contact. The response and repair costs will be deducted from the deposit provided to the City. 8. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 9. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 10. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 11. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 14. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the walkway (where applicable) to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 15. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 16. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 17. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 18. City Council direct that Bloor Street West and Markland Drive be returned to their pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
EY6.21adopted
Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive - Parking Amendments
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is recommending that the existing parking prohibition on the west side of Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, between Lake Shore Boulevard West and a point 49 metres south, be changed to a stopping prohibition. The proposed amendment will deter parking at this location and will improve transit operations and vehicle movements by maintaining a clear passage for vehicles.
The Etobicoke and York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on west side of Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, between Lake Shore Boulevard West and a point 49 metres south thereof. 2. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, between Lake Shore Boulevard West and a point 49 metres south.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on west side of Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, between Lake Shore Boulevard West and a point 49 metres south thereof. 2. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, between Lake Shore Boulevard West and a point 49 metres south.
EY6.22adopted
Grandville Avenue - Parking Amendments
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is recommending affixing parking to the east side of Grandville Avenue, between Lambton Avenue and the south limit of the road, in place of the existing alternate side parking arrangement. This is in response to a petition received from the Ward Councillor's office, signed by the residents of Grandville Avenue, requesting the discontinuation of alternate side parking on this street.
The Etobicoke and York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 12:00 midnight to 6:00 a.m. daily, except no parking from 7:00 p.m. 1st day to 7:00 p.m. 16th day of each month, inclusive, April 1 to December 1, inclusive, on the odd (east) side of Grandville Avenue, from the south limit to Lambton Avenue. 2. Rescinded the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 12:00 midnight to 6:00 a.m. daily, except no parking from 7:00 p.m. on the 16th day of each month to 7:00 p.m. on the 1st day of each month, inclusive, April 1 to December 1, inclusive and no parking anytime from 7:00 p.m. December 1 of one year to 7:00 p.m. April 1 of the next following year, inclusive, on the even (west) side of Grandville Avenue, from the south limit to Lambton Avenue. 3. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect from the 1st day of each month to the 15th day of each month, April 1 to November 30, inclusive, on the east side of Grandville Avenue, between the south end of Grandville Avenue and Lambton Avenue. 4. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect from the 16th day of each month to the last day of each month, April 1 to November 30, inclusive, on the west side of Grandville Avenue, between the south end of Grandville Avenue and Lambton Avenue. 5. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times from December 1 to March 31, inclusive, on the west side of Grandville Avenue, between the south end of Grandville Avenue and Lambton Avenue. 6. Prohibited parking at all times on the west side of Grandville Avenue, between Lambton Avenue and the south end of Grandville Avenue. 7. Authorized parking by permit only to be in effect from 12:00 midnight to 6:00 a.m. daily on the odd (east) side of Grandville Avenue from the south end of Grandville Avenue to Lambton Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 12:00 midnight to 6:00 a.m. daily, except no parking from 7:00 p.m. 1st day to 7:00 p.m. 16th day of each month, inclusive, Apr. 1 to Dec 1, inclusive, on the odd (east) side of Grandville Avenue, from the south limit to Lambton Avenue. 2. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing permit parking regulation in effect from 12:00 midnight to 6:00 a.m. daily, except no parking from 7:00 p.m. on the 16th day of each month to 7:00 p.m. on the 1st day of each month, inclusive, Apr. 1 to Dec 1, inclusive and no parking anytime from 7:00 p.m. Dec 1 of one year to 7:00 p.m. Apr. 1 of the next following year, inclusive, on the even (west) side of Grandville Avenue, from the south limit to Lambton Avenue. 3. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from the 1st day of each month to the 15th day of each month, Apr. 1 to Nov. 30, inclusive, on the east side of Grandville Avenue, between the south end of Grandville Avenue and Lambton Avenue. 4. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from the 16th day of each month to the last day of each month, Apr. 1 to Nov. 30, inclusive, on the west side of Grandville Avenue, between the south end of Grandville Avenue and Lambton Avenue. 5. Etobicoke York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times from Dec. 1 to Mar. 31, inclusive, on the west side of Grandville Avenue, between the south end of Grandville Avenue and Lambton Avenue. 6. Etobicoke York Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Grandville Avenue, between Lambton Avenue and the south end of Grandville Avenue. 7. Etobicoke York Community Council authorize parking by permit only to be in effect from 12:00 midnight to 6:00 a.m. daily on the odd (east) side of Grandville Avenue from the south end of Grandville Avenue to Lambton Avenue.
EY6.23amended
This report provides a recommended approach to secure community benefits associated with a proposed Transit Oriented Community (TOC) development at 315-327 Royal York Road and 27-39 Newcastle Street (the subject site), which will include integrated entrances and amenities for Mimico GO station in accordance with Metrolinx requirements. The zoning for the proposed TOC development was approved through a Minister's Zoning Order (MZO) made on April 8, 2022. Prior to issuance of the MZO, the owner, Vandyk Properties legally recognized as 2402871 Ontario Inc. and 2495065 Ontario Inc. ("Vandyk"), submitted an undertaking to Metrolinx to provide six community benefits, as detailed in this report, as part of the proposed TOC if the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing issued the MZO by April 8, 2022 (the "Undertaking"). The Undertaking is attached as Attachment 6 to this report. The City has received a letter from Vandyk outlining the community benefits and infrastructure proposed, how they will be secured and phasing and timeframe for their delivery. The letter includes an offer to provide public art and a proposed pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Royal York Road or a functionally equivalent safe and accessible crossing for pedestrians and cyclists as in-kind contributions pursuant to subsection 37(6) of the Planning Act. The offer proposes a plan for delivering affordable housing in the TOC, and the process to secure additional elements identified in the Undertaking. The letter also requests that City Council classify the subject site as a Class 4 designation pursuant to Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) Environmental Noise Guidelines (NPC-300). The letter is attached as Attachment 7 to this Report. The specific terms and timing for Vandyk to provide the benefits, are summarized in this report.
The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council allow the owner of the lands municipally known as 315-327 Royal York Road and 27-39 Newcastle Street (the "Site") to provide as an in-kind contribution pursuant to subsection 37(6) of the Planning Act being: a. the design and construction of a pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Royal York Road or a functionally equivalent safe and accessible crossing for pedestrians and cyclists as set out in Section B, item 1 of the owner's letter attached as Attachment 7 to this report, which shall be determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the General Manager, Transportation Services, in its sole and absolute discretion based on a feasibility analysis undertaken by the owner, at its cost and expense, on terms and to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and b. public art with a value of $800,000 for each of Block 1 and Block 2 of the development on the Site, totalling $1,600,000 indexed upwardly from the date of City Council allowing the in-kind contribution in accordance with the commercial Construction Price Index to the date of commissioning the Public Art for each phase and in accordance with Section B, Item 2 of the owner's letter attached as Attachment 7 to the report (June 5, 2023) from the Director, Transportation Planning and the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District. 2. City Council attribute a value to the in-kind contribution set out in Recommendation 1 above equal to 100 percent of four percent of the value of the land for the development permissions granted in the Minster's Zoning Order on the Site (net of any exclusions or exemptions authorized under the Community Benefits Charge By-law), as determined the day before the day the building permit is issued in respect of the development and direct staff to advise the owner of such valuation. 3. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to enter into an agreement pursuant to subsection 37(7.1) of the Planning Act (the "In-kind Contribution Agreement") to address the provision of the in-kind contribution identified in Recommendation 1 above to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor, with such agreement to be registered on title to the lands prior to the first building permit being issued on the Site, which agreement shall be evidence of arrangements for the provision of the in-kind contribution that are satisfactory to City Council. 4. City Council recommend to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning that the following matters, among others, be secured at the time and through the Site Plan Approval process for the proposed development, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and secured in a Site Plan Agreement with the City; as follows: a. the owner's agreement to construct a multi-use "greenway", generally with a minimum width of 4.0 metres, immediately adjacent to and along the rail corridor, generally in the location shown on the architectural plans, dated April 25, 2023, and prepared by SvN, its detailed design to be determined and delivery secured through the site plan control process for each phase of development in accordance with the following: 1. Prior to the earlier of the first residential occupancy and the registration of a condominium for each Phase, the owner will construct the portion of the above-referenced greenway on such Phase and convey a stratified fee simple interest of the Greenway to the City, with the owner maintaining ownership of the lands below grade to facilitate the construction of an underground parking garage beneath the Greenway, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner, and Executive Director City Planning, and the General Manager, Transportation Services; b. the construction and maintenance of a privately owned publicly accessible open space (POPS) generally located within the portion of the Block 2 lands on the Site with an approximate area of 450 square metres by the owner, subject to the following terms: 1. The POPS will be fully accessible to the public, not gated from street, available 24/7 throughout the year (save and except for repairs or emergencies) and appropriately lit for safety after dark; 2. The detailed design of the POPS, including amenities such as seating and landscaping, will be determined through the site plan control process for Block 2; and 3. the owner shall construct the POPS and grant an easement in perpetuity over the POPS area in favour of the City for nominal consideration prior to the earlier of the first residential occupancy of Phase 3 or registration of a condominium on Phase 3; and c. the owner's agreement that it shall provide public realm and streetscape improvements for the development being Block 1 and Block 2, with such details to be determined and secured through the site plan control process for each Block and the construction of such public realm and streetscape improvements to be completed on a phase-by-phase basis at the sole cost of the owner to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 5. City Council acknowledge that the securing of the matters identified in Recommendation 4 above shall serve as evidence of Vandyk's obligation to provide the identified matters contained in the Undertaking, namely a multi-use 'greenway' extension along the railway, privately owned and publicly accessible spaces, and public realm and streetscape improvements (see Attachment 6 to the report (June 5, 2023) from the Director, Transportation Planning and the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District. 6. City Council acknowledge that in fulfillment of the Undertaking, Vandyk will deliver affordable housing utilizing the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) MLI Select financial product and that confirmation of eligibility and participation in the program shall evidence Vandyk's obligation to provide the five percent affordable housing contained in the Undertaking. 7. Should the pedestrian and cyclist bridge be supported by the feasibility analysis, as referenced in Recommendation 1.a above, and determined to be the preferred option, City Council direct staff to initiate a zoning bylaw amendment to amend the zoning by-law approved by the Ontario Land Tribunal for the lands municipally known as 23 Buckingham Street (case no. PL171173) and amend the registered Section 37 Agreement for 23 Buckingham Street, to substitute the cash contribution of $1,000,000 for community benefits in the Mimico-Judson Secondary Plan area, including the construction of a pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Royal York Road, for an in-kind contribution of the same value towards the delivery of the bridge. 8. City Council classify the lands municipally known as 315-327 Royal York Road and 27-39 Newcastle Street as a Class 4 Noise Area pursuant to Publication NPC-300 (Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Environmental Noise Guideline - Stationary and Transportation Sources - Approval and Planning).
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council allow the owner of the lands municipally known as 315-327 Royal York Road and 27-39 Newcastle Street (the "Site") to provide as an in-kind contribution pursuant to subsection 37(6) of the Planning Act being: a. the design and construction of a pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Royal York Road or a functionally equivalent safe and accessible crossing for pedestrians and cyclists as set out in Section B, item 1 of the owner's letter attached as Attachment 7 to this report, which shall be determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the General Manager, Transportation Services, in its sole and absolute discretion based on a feasibility analysis undertaken by the owner, at its cost and expense, on terms and to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and b. a public art contribution in the amount of $800,000 for each of Block 1 and Block 2 of the development on the Site, for a total contribution of $1,600,000 indexed upwardly from the date of City Council allowing the in-kind contribution in accordance with the commercial Construction Price Index to the date of commissioning the Public Art for each phase and in accordance with Section B, Item 2 of the owner's letter attached as Attachment 7 to this report. 2. City Council attribute a value to the in-kind contribution set out in Recommendation 1 equal to 100 percent of four percent of the value of the land for the development permissions granted in the Minster's Zoning Order on the Site (net of any exclusions or exemptions authorized under the Community Benefits Charge By-law), as determined the day before the day the building permit is issued in respect of the development and direct staff to advise the owner of such valuation. 3. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to enter into an agreement pursuant to subsection 37(7.1) of the Planning Act (the "In-kind Contribution Agreement") to address the provision of the in-kind contribution identified in Recommendation 1 to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor, with such agreement to be registered on title to the lands prior to the first building permit being issued on the Site, which agreement shall be evidence of arrangements for the provision of the in-kind contribution that are satisfactory to City Council. 4. City Council recommend to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning that the following matters, among others, be secured at the time and through the Site Plan Approval process for the proposed development, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and secured in a Site Plan Agreement with the City; as follows: a. the owner's agreement to construct a multi-use "greenway", generally with a minimum width of 4.0 metres, immediately adjacent to and along the rail corridor, generally in the location shown on the architectural plans, dated April 25, 2023, and prepared by SvN, its detailed design to be determined and delivery secured through the site plan control process for each phase of development in accordance with the following: 1. Prior to the earlier of the first residential occupancy and the registration of a condominium for each Phase, the owner will construct the portion of the above-referenced greenway on such Phase and convey a stratified fee simple interest of the Greenway to the City, with the owner maintaining ownership of the lands below grade to facilitate the construction of an underground parking garage beneath the Greenway, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner, and Executive Director City Planning, and the General Manager, Transportation Services; b. the construction and maintenance of a privately owned publicly accessible open space (POPS) generally located within the portion of the Block 2 lands on the Site with an approximate area of 450 square metres by the owner, subject to the following terms: 1. The POPS will be fully accessible to the public, not gated from street, available 24/7 throughout the year (save and except for repairs or emergencies) and appropriately lit for safety after dark; 2. The detailed design of the POPS, including amenities such as seating and landscaping, will be determined through the site plan control process for Block 2; and 3. the owner shall construct the POPS and grant an easement in perpetuity over the POPS area in favour of the City for nominal consideration prior to the earlier of the first residential occupancy of Phase 3 or registration of a condominium on Phase 3; and c. the owner's agreement that it shall provide public realm and streetscape improvements for the development being Block 1 and Block 2, with such details to be determined and secured through the site plan control process for each Block and the construction of such public realm and streetscape improvements to be completed on a phase-by-phase basis at the sole cost of the owner to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 5. City Council acknowledge that the securing of the matters identified in Recommendation 4 above shall serve as evidence of Vandyk's obligation to provide the identified matters contained in the Undertaking, namely a multi-use 'greenway' extension along the railway, privately owned and publicly accessible spaces, and public realm and streetscape improvements (see Attachment 6). 6. City Council acknowledge that in fulfillment of the Undertaking, Vandyk will deliver affordable housing utilizing the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) MLI Select financial product and that confirmation of eligibility and participation in the program shall evidence Vandyk's obligation to provide the five percent affordable housing contained in the Undertaking. 7. Should the pedestrian and cyclist bridge be supported by the feasibility analysis, as referenced in Recommendation 1a, and determined to be the preferred option, City Council direct staff to initiate a zoning bylaw amendment to amend the zoning by-law approved by the Ontario Land Tribunal for the lands municipally known as 23 Buckingham Street (case no. PL171173) and amend the registered Section 37 Agreement for 23 Buckingham Street, to substitute the cash contribution of $1,000,000 for community benefits in the Mimico-Judson Secondary Plan area, including the construction of a pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Royal York Road, for an in-kind contribution of the same value towards the delivery of the bridge. 8. City Council classify the lands municipally known as 315-327 Royal York Road and 27-39 Newcastle Street as a Class 4 Noise Area pursuant to Publication NPC-300 (Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Environmental Noise Guideline - Stationary and Transportation Sources - Approval and Planning).
EY6.24adopted
Lemonade for Love is a lemonade stand with a super-sweet twist! It is a child-driven, parent-supported fundraising event that is all about kids helping kids. Lemonade for Love began in 2014 as a small lemonade stand on a front yard in Etobicoke. It is now a well attended community event that happens each June at Fairfield Park in Etobicoke . To date, Lemonade for Love has raised and reinvested over $150,000 back into our local community through the #CaptainXavierFund at Silver Creek Preschool for children with special needs in Etobicoke. This fund provides scholarships to help families send their children to Silver Creek Preschool as well as offers financial support to families at Silver Creek who may need assistance with the cost of medical devices, equipment, and/or aids. This event is championed by youth ambassadors who represent represent Lemonade for Love in the community. Please welcome this year's ambassadors to the Etobicoke York Community Council to share their presentation and invite us to the 9th annual event, which will take place this Saturday, June 24th, 2023 from 9am-12pm at Fairfield Park.
Etobicoke York Community Council: 1. Received the presentation by Lemonade for Love for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Amber Morley is recommending that: 1. Etobicoke York Community Council receive the presentation by Lemonade for Love for information.
EY6.25adopted
Driftwood Avenue - No Stopping
Residents have contacted me concerned about the safety on Driftwood Ave near Venetian Cres. Recent Vision Zero markings have narrowed the available roadway at the intersection, additionally parked cars and a busy bus route on Driftwood Ave have created a situation that is both dangerous and frustrating for all road users. Recently, City of Toronto staff have moved to install "No Parking" signs through delegated authority, however to make the situation safer I am recommending installation of a "No Stopping" prohibition.
The Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Driftwood Avenue between Yewtree Boulevard and London Green Court. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Driftwood Avenue between Finch Avenue West and a point opposite the northerly limit of Futura Drive. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday on the east side of Driftwood Avenue between a point opposite the northerly limit of Yorkwoods Gate and Finch Avenue West. 4. City Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Driftwood Avenue between a point opposite the northerly limit of Futura Drive and London Green Court. 5. City Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Driftwood Avenue between Yewtree Boulevard and Finch Avenue West. 6. City Council prohibit parking in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday on the east side of Driftwood Avenue between a point opposite the northerly limit of Yorkwoods Gate and London Green Court. 7. City Council prohibit parking in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday on the east side of Driftwood Avenue between Yewtree Boulevard and Finch Avenue West. 8. City Council request that the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, in consultation with other relevant stakeholders, review parking regulations, pedestrian and traffic safety of Driftwood Avenue, between Finch Avenue and Grandravine Drive, with consideration to potential future capital improvements.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Perruzza recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Driftwood Avenue between Yewtree Boulevard and London Green Court. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Driftwood Avenue between Finch Avenue West and a point opposite the northerly limit of Futura Drive. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday on the east side of Driftwood Avenue between a point opposite the northerly limit of Yorkwoods Gate and Finch Avenue West. 4. City Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Driftwood Avenue between a point opposite the northerly limit of Futura Drive and London Green Court. 5. City Council prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Driftwood Avenue between Yewtree Boulevard and Finch Avenue West. 6. City Council prohibit parking in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday on the east side of Driftwood Avenue between a point opposite the northerly limit of Yorkwoods Gate and London Green Court. 7. City Council prohibit parking in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday on the east side of Driftwood Avenue between Yewtree Boulevard and Finch Avenue West. 8. Request that the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, in consultation with other relevant stakeholders, review parking regulations, pedestrian and traffic safety of Driftwood Ave, between Finch Ave and Grandravine Dr, with consideration to potential future capital improvements.